2008 Fiat Palio vs. 1973 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 2008 Fiat Palio is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 GMC Jimmy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 GMC Jimmy would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 GMC Jimmy (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Palio. (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 905 kg more than 2008 Fiat Palio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Fiat Palio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 GMC Jimmy will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1973 GMC Jimmy (345 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Palio. (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1973 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Palio. 1973 GMC Jimmy has automatic transmission and 2008 Fiat Palio has manual transmission. 2008 Fiat Palio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 GMC Jimmy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Palio | 1973 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | Fiat | GMC |
| Model | Palio | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2720 mm |
